Deaths on February 12

Nicholas Throckmorton

Died on February 12, 1571

Nicholas Throckmorton, English politician and diplomat (b. 1515)

Sir Nicholas Throckmorton (or Throgmorton) (c. 1515/1516 – 12 February 1571) was an English diplomat and politician, who was an ambassador to France and later Scotland, and played a key role in the relationship between Elizabeth I of England and Mary, Queen of Scots.

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Events on 1571

11 Jan

Freedom of religion
Austrian nobility is granted freedom of religion.
7 Sep

Ridolfi plot
Thomas Howard, 4th Duke of Norfolk, is arrested for his role in the Ridolfi plot to assassinate Queen Elizabeth I of England and replace her with Mary, Queen of Scots.